Temporary Inventory Control Clerk SPO

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. transforms the lives of people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities. Through employment opportunities, we are a catalyst for empowerment. We foster self-confidence and instill a life changing affirmation that independence is possible. From our expertise in cutting-edge technology to our understanding of mobility, we help people who are blind and DeafBlind live fulfilling lives.

We believe everyone, no matter their vision abilities, deserves to experience the power of employment. Our goal for each person we reach is to ignite a fire of determination that is centered on the reality that blindness doesn’t define who you are or how you choose to live.

We are currently seeking a person who identifies strongly with our mission and core values to join our team as a Temporary Inventory Control Clerk at our facility in Spokane, WA. This is an ideal role for someone who is dependable, self-motivated and who has 2 years prior inventory control experience in a manufacturing warehouse setting.  The ideal candidate will also have ERP and inventory systems experience. 

Attention outside recruiting agencies -  please do not contact us about this role.  Thank you. 

*Please Note: This is a temporary role that will end when the needs of the department change

Purpose:

Receives, stores, and distribute items such as materials, tools and products throughout the warehouse and manufacturing facility. .

Responsibilities:

• Picks material to fill work orders and MRs to support manufacturing.
• Loads and unloads trucks.
• Receives finished goods and components into inventory.
• Transfers, sorts, identifies and marks materials and items from receiving or production areas for storage in designated locations.
• Assists in the input of inventory transactions into ERP system or KARDEX, recording amounts of material(s) or item(s) received or distributed.
• Assists in pulling, labeling and verifying finished goods pulled for shipping picks.
• Participates in annual fiscal year-end inventory count.
• Operates warehouse equipment such as forklift, pallet jack, weight counting scales, stretch wrap machine and Dock Locks.
• Drives company vehicle to transport products from plant to outside locations and picks up items from several locations for delivery to plant or as needed.
• Performs duties in conformance to company BMS and AS9100/ISO standards and procedures.
• Maintains a safe, clean and orderly workplace.
• Immediately notify supervisor and/or Safety Manager of any safety and health concerns and problems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High-school diploma or GED.
• Must maintain a good driving record with no major violations and remain insurable with Lighthouse auto insurance.
• Minimum one year experience in manufacturing warehouse setting preferred.
• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions. Effective overall communication skills.
• Accurate counting, basic math skills including strong ability to use calculator.
• Basic data entry and familiarity with computerized inventory systems.
• Forklift certification, preferred.
• Ability to maintain courteous and positive relations with internal and external customers.
• Good prioritization and organizational skills.
• Able to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.
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